The impact of Fair Trade certification

Today, Fair Trade Certified™ products originating in 45 countries are being sold in the United States. Those purchases add up to significant impact for producers in countries that need it the most.

900,000+

Farmers and workers

Last year, Fair Trade USA empowered more than 900,000 farmers and workers in 45 countries across Africa, Asia, Oceania, Latin America, and the Caribbean to reach better terms with their trading partners.

Financial benefit to producers

Since 1998, producers have earned a total financial benefit of $551 million through sales of Fair Trade Certified products, including nearly $380 million in Community Development Funds and more than $172 million as a result of the Fair Trade Minimum Price.

Social, economic, and environmental protections

Responsible businesses

The Fair Trade market is growing because of businesses' dedication to Fair Trade USA standards. As a result, consumer awareness of the Fair Trade Certified seal is at 63%—nearly double what it was in 2008.

Impact Management System

Outlines our approach to defining, measuring, and communicating the impact of our model. The IMS includes our Theory of Change and the indicators, processes, and technologies used to monitor and report on progress over time.